Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Epiphyte, Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin |
|---|---|
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | A herbaceous shrub with a rosette growth form. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Leaves are green and smooth, spineless and soft to touch, arranged in a rosette form. |
| Flowers | Flowers are borne on a terminal inflorescence. Bracts are red with white tips. |
| Etymology | The genus epithet 'Guzmania' is named for Anastasio Guzman, Spanish pharmacist and naturalist. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens, Small Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Lots of Water, Occasional Misting |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils |
| Diseases | Susceptible to root rot if planted in poorly-drained soils. |
| Propagation Method | Division |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Smooth |
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Others
| Master ID | 32709 |
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| Species ID | 7121 |
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